The Taste of Italy: Preparing Panzanella Salad 0 7

Ingredients for 2-3 servings:

• tomatoes - 250 g

• basil - 20 g

• olive oil - 60 ml

• red onion - 1 medium head

• red wine vinegar - 40 ml

• stale white bread - 300 g

• salt - to taste

Preparation:

• Cut the bread into pieces about 5 cm wide. Ciabatta or any other bread with a relatively firm crumb is perfect for panzanella.

• Pour cold water mixed with vinegar into a deep dish and place the pieces of bread in it. Leave for 20–30 minutes.

• Cut the tomatoes into large wedges, the onion into thin half-rings, and tear the basil leaves by hand.

• Remove the bread from the vinegar water and squeeze it by hand, trying not to damage the crumb.

• Mix the tomatoes, onion, basil, and bread, season with salt and pepper to taste, and dress with olive oil.